Kenyan, Norwegian Students Top Punjabi Olympiad
The third International Punjabi Language Olympiad concluded with Kenyan and Norwegian students securing top ranks, highlighting global interest in the language.
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Punjab Announces International Punjabi Olympiad Results
The Punjab government has officially released the results of the International Punjabi Language Olympiad, celebrating top performers in this global language competition.
Tamil Nadu School Holidays for Pongal 2024: Status Update
As Pongal nears, Tamil Nadu schools may close from Jan 14-17. No official order yet. Parents and students advised to check school notices for confirmed holiday dates.
Kerala Malayalam Bill Sparks Karnataka Border School Dispute
Kerala's new Malayalam Language Bill, 2025, making Malayalam compulsory in schools, faces objections from Karnataka over impact on Kannada speakers in border district Kasaragod. Read the full analysis.
Varanasi to launch Tamil classes, teachers exchange with Tamil Nadu
Varanasi plans daily Tamil classes in colleges and a teacher exchange program, inspired by PM Modi's Kashi Tamil Sangamam vision. Read about this cultural bridge.
UP Plans Regular Tamil Classes in Educational Institutes
Uttar Pradesh government announces plan to introduce regular Tamil language classes in schools and colleges, promoting national integration and cultural ties.
PU Workshop Creates Maithili Glossary for Political Science
Patna University's workshop, backed by the CSTT, reviewed 3,900+ Maithili terms to standardize political science & traditional knowledge glossaries, boosting vernacular education.
Somanna: Kerala's Malayalam Language Bill Unconstitutional
Union Minister V. Somanna criticizes Kerala's proposed Malayalam Language Bill, calling it unconstitutional. He urges CM Pinarayi Vijayan to withdraw the legislation. Full details inside.
Bihar's Prestigious Maithili Academy Stares at Shutdown
Bihar's once-vibrant Maithili Academy, home to 60,000 books and nine Sahitya Akademi winners, now fights for survival amid staff crunch and government neglect. Protests erupt demanding revival.
Kerala Language Bill Sparks Vijayan-Siddaramaiah Debate
Kerala's Malayalam Language Bill triggers a political clash. CM Vijayan defends it as celebrating diversity, while Karnataka's Siddaramaiah warns of linguistic imposition. Details inside.
Kerala CM Rejects Karnataka's Fears Over Malayalam Bill
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan defends the Malayalam Language Bill, stating it won't affect Kannada speakers. He urges Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to review the facts. Read the full story.
First Chitpavani Language Conference in Goa Jan 18
The inaugural Chitpavani Language Conference will be held at Goa's Shri Jogeshwari Temple on January 18. Experts from India and abroad will gather to celebrate this ancient Maharashtrian linguistic treasure. Read more!
Federal Judge Stops Head Start Cuts, DEI Language Removal
A US federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's efforts to remove DEI language from Head Start grants and halt staff layoffs. Read the full story on the legal battle impacting early childhood education.
Research Finds Google's Tulu Translation Lacks Accuracy
A new study by MIT Manipal students finds Google's Tulu translation feature has significant errors. Learn about the findings and the path to better digital support for the language.
Trump Admin Bans Words Like 'Race' in Head Start Grants
The Trump administration directs Head Start to avoid terms like 'race' and 'disability' in grants, sparking a lawsuit and fears over program integrity. Learn about the impact on early childhood services.
Tamil Minister Criticises Sanskrit-Tamil Funding Gap
Tamil Nadu Minister M P Saminathan highlights funding inequality, as Centre allocates ₹2000+ crore for Sanskrit but under ₹200 crore for Tamil. Read about the cultural festival and calls for linguistic pride.
Tamil Nadu Outperforms National Average on Key SDG Indicators
Tamil Nadu's new State Indicator Framework reveals superior outcomes in health, education, jobs, and gender parity compared to all-India figures. Discover the data driving the state's success.
Bengaluru Warden Arrested for Banning Kannada in Hostel
A Bengaluru college hostel warden was arrested after a video showed him scolding a student for speaking Kannada. The incident sparked protests and led to his dismissal. Read the full story.
Shinde Announces Major Initiatives to Promote Marathi Language
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde pledges Marathi book libraries at ST terminuses, reduced GST on publications, and assures no Hindi compulsion in schools at the 99th Akhil Bhartiya Sahitya Sammelan in Satara.
Mauritius President: Telugu Reflects Living Civilisation
Mauritius President praises Telugu's global reach, now spoken in over 50 countries. Discover the spiritual legacy and growing influence of this Indian language worldwide.
SC Judge Calls for Telugu in District Court Proceedings
Supreme Court Justice Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha champions Telugu language in official administration at World Telugu Conference in Guntur, stressing its role in shaping identity.
Major Reforms Reshape Indian School Education in 2025
India's school education undergoes a multi-faceted transformation in 2025 with a new 5+3+3+4 structure, two board exams, and a push for skills. Explore the key changes and challenges.
Rajasthan Govt Schools Must Include Newspaper Reading
Rajasthan mandates daily newspaper reading in government schools to improve language skills and general knowledge. The new rule starts from the 2024-25 academic session.
Amritsar Postal Staff Punjabi Reading Issue Sparks Row
A controversy erupts in Amritsar as postal employees struggle to read Punjabi addresses, raising concerns over language rights and official apathy. Read the full story.
Fadnavis: Marathi Only Mandatory Language in Maharashtra
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis clarifies Marathi will remain the only compulsory language, addressing the three-language policy debate. Details on the Jadhav committee and opposition reactions.
Amritsar: Official Pressured to Speak Punjabi, Sparks Debate
A postal assistant in Amritsar was allegedly pressured to speak Punjabi, not Hindi. The incident ignites debate on language use by central govt staff in Punjab. Read more.
Fadnavis: Marathi sole compulsory language in Maharashtra
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis declares Marathi will be the only compulsory language in the state. He also apologised for phone use during a literary event, citing poll management.
Amit Shah to visit Trichy, Pudukottai on Jan 4-5
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Tamil Nadu's Trichy and Pudukottai on January 4 and 5 for BJP meetings, a public rally, and Pongal festivities. Details on election strategy and alliance talks inside.
BHU Launches Odia Studies Programme Under NEP 2020
Banaras Hindu University introduces a new Odia Studies course under NEP 2020 to strengthen language skills and cultural literacy. Learn how this programme enhances employability.
Is Meme Culture Changing How We Use Language?
Explore how internet memes and abbreviations like 'LOL' and 'BRB' are fundamentally altering language processing, communication, and even brain activity. Discover the neuroscience behind digital slang.
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